Assignment 6: Work Ethic

Work ethic is defined as "a cultural norm that advocates being personally accountable and responsible for the work that one does and is based on a belief that work has intrinsic value". This broad term is then split into 3 subgroups: interpersonal skills, initiative, and dependability. Interpersonal skills are those which involve our interaction and communication with others. Initiative is taking action without being directly told to do so. Dependability is being reliable, punctual, and honest. The combination of these three items make up a person's work ethic.

The Occupational Work Ethic Inventory is a measure of each of the above categories. The average score for females is as follows: Interpersonal- 6.00, Initiative- 5.67, and being Dependable- 6.34. My scores are slightly elevated compared to the average. This has taught me that my work ethic is higher than average and frankly, that surprised me. I am happy that I am above average and I am proud that I am. This reminds me to always use interpersonal skills, take initiative, and be dependable.